ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

4.6

5177 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 41 times today

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Lively

ChoLon, which translates to "big market,” is named after the largest Chinese-influenced market in Saigon, Vietnam. At ChoLon, Chef Lon Symensma brings to life his extensive culinary travels throughout Southeast Asia. ChoLon's menu features inspired interpretations of traditional dishes found across the region, with presentations ideal for sharing. From dim sum or "small bites" to large family style plates, ChoLon offers authentic flavors for the modern palate. The bar and lounge serves handcrafted, artisanal cocktails developed to complement Symensma’s cuisine. The venue is also ideal for business meetings, presentations, large parties and events. ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(303) 353-5223
Website
https://www.cholon.com/downtown
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Lon Symensma
Private party facilities
ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience. For parties of 10 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-40 - perfect for your holiday party!
Private party contact
Events Team: (303) 353-5223

Location
1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Cross street
16th St & Blake St
Parking details
We validate parking in the Sugar Cube garage below our restaurant for 2 hours at dinner.
Public transit
Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "outstanding" food like French onion soup dumplings and pork belly baos. The "innovative flavors" and "great cocktails" create a vibrant atmosphere. While construction affects the surroundings, the "excellent service" and "wonderful" ambiance make it a must-visit when in Denver.

5,177 Reviews

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Andrea
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food and server able to help us with recommendations. Music was loud and then people speak loud so hard to maintain a conversation
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elmo
VIP
Denver
166 reviews
5.0
166 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cholon is fantastic-very easy to create your own tasting menu of delights. Donald and his crew are talented and craft full, creating fantastic dumplings, Bao buns, starters and mains that tingle the palate. Perfect for pre theater!
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Sam
Cheshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding, probably the best service and best food I've had in Denver.
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Scott
Denver
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Prices have skyrocketed since COVID -- but the food is simply not as good. The French Onion soup dumplings are really doughy and chewy, unlike before. The stir-fried Malaysian noodle dish lacked flavor and spice. Just very average and disappointing.
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Michelle
VIP
Denver
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and some new menu items! Great atmosphere!
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Micki
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
As always, wonderful meal, unusual dishes, outstanding flavor. Worth the drive from Boulder!
ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded on December 10, 2024
Thank you Micki for your thoughtful review. We look forward to your next visit.
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Ken
VIP
Denver
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our dinner was fantastic. The service was spot on. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious. Our server brought out dessert to help us celebrate my niece's 21st birthday. It was a fantastic celebration at a terrific restaurant! I highly recommend this restaurant! It never disappoints.
ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded on December 10, 2024
Thanks Ken for the 5-star! We are honored that your niece chose ChoLon for her 21st birthday and had such an amazing experience. See you again soon.
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Mimi
Austin
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Any restaurant that enforces a credit card deposit to hold a reservation better be pretty darn good. This place was awful and not worth it at all! I actually had to send dishes back because they were inedible. They serve their bao buns deconstructed- why? The tempura acorn squash was so covered in batter you couldn’t tell what was under the batter and the grease coming off every dish was disgusting. I left completely dissatisfied, with my mouth caked in grease and a massive tab to boot. Don’t waste your time here. The food is appalling.
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Nicole
VIP
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food, great ambiance, great service. We’ll be back.
ChoLon Modern Asian - DowntownResponded on December 1, 2024
Thank you Nicole for your wonderful review. We look forward to your next visit.
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Steven
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent date night. Food was tasty and inventive. The dumpling wrappers and the Malaysian noodles were a bit too thick and chewy for my taste but the flavors were amazing and really well blended. Excellent service. The best I’ve had in a really long time. Dishes were timed perfectly and they even gave us a complimentary anniversary dessert, which was our favorite dish of the night! Highly recommend.
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FAQs

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 353-5223.

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown is rated 4.6 stars by 5177 OpenTable diners.

ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 41 times today

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Google Map for ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

1555 Blake Street, Suite 101, Denver, CO 80202

Additional information

Cross street
16th St & Blake St
Neighborhood
Downtown / LoDo
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Southeast Asian, Contemporary Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We validate parking in the Sugar Cube garage below our restaurant for 2 hours at dinner.
Public transit
Denver Union Station is two blocks away.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Lon Symensma
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.cholon.com/downtown
Phone number
(303) 353-5223
Private party facilities
ChoLon’s professional staff will deliver top quality service and a memorable experience. For parties of 10 or more, we ask that you allow us to help create a group menu for your event. Our private dining space is perfect for groups of 20-40 - perfect for your holiday party!
Private party contact
Events Team: (303) 353-5223

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ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Popular dishes

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What 5,177 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown restaurant rated?

Does ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown offer gift cards?

Is ChoLon Modern Asian - Downtown currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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